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Vista Released Today
2007-01-30 20:42:00
I said yesterday that unless your PC is new or a few months old I would not recommend upgrading. Let Microsoft iron the kinks out of it first.If I buy a new PC in the future I will ask for XP Pro instead of Vista . XP take less memory and works just fine. I was always the first one to get on Microsoft's band wagon when they had a new OS coming out, but not this time. I will stick with XP as long as I can.Have a nice day. Technorati : Windows XP, computer tips Del.icio.us : Windows XP, computer tips
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Vista in the News
2007-01-29 23:25:00
Vista comes out tomorrow. Unless you have a new PC with 1 GB of RAM stay away from it. Your machine should have a vista sticker compatible on it if you bought it within the last few months. Older machines its not worth the hassle plus your machine will run slowly. Vista is a memory hog so I recommend staying away from it.If you must run Vista than make sure you can. Frankly, Windows XP is good enough for most machines.Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic UPGRADE [DVD] Technorati : Vista, computer tips, windows compatability Del.icio.us : Vista, computer tips, windows compatability
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PC Annoyances
2007-01-28 07:35:00
PC Hardware Anno yance s: How to Fix the Most Annoying Things about Your Computer Hardware (Annoyances)The other was for spanish users this one is in english and helps with those PC annoyances. Technorati : computer tips, pc fixes Del.icio.us : computer tips, pc fixes

Another Computer Tips book to make your life easier
2007-01-28 07:22:00
Maldita PC!Here is a book to help you solve PC problems. Sometimes you need extra help and this helps you. If you have enjoyed my computer tips than you will like this product. Most of the info on this blog is free. However, if something is out there that will make your computing easier I will tell you about it on this blog. Everything here is useful or I would not recommend it. (Spanish Version)Tim Technorati : computer tips book, pc fixes, pc problems Del.icio.us : computer tips book, pc fixes, pc problems
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Conquer Your Computer
2007-01-27 08:42:00
Conquer Your Comp uter : Hot Tips and Clever ShortcutsHere is a book to help you conquer your computer. Don't get stuck again there are tips and tricks inside to help you learn.These shortcuts will make using your PC easier. Take advantage of this and get this book.Tim Technorati : computer books, computer shortcuts, computer tips Del.icio.us : computer books, computer shortcuts, computer tips
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Good Time of Year for Computer Purchase
2007-01-25 21:18:00
Its a good time of year to buy that new computer you been wanting. You can use your income tax refund and purchase that new rig. Don't forget to buy an add-on video card if your going to use it for games.Don't forget to run windows update, install your anti-virus program, and anti-spy-ware program. You need to this before you do anything else. Its always best to protect yourself.You can get an inexpensive new computer here. If you want a computer with more clout than I would recommend this site Puget-systems.Tim Technorati : AMD, Dual Core, computers, desktop Del.icio.us : AMD, Dual Core, computers, desktop
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Blog Writer its Free
2007-01-25 17:53:00
To all you bloggers out there you can use this blog writer which saves you time submitting posts to your blogs. Guess what else its free. You can check it out here.Tim Technorati : blog writer, zoundry Del.icio.us : blog writer, zoundry
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Computer Air Flow
2007-01-24 22:35:00
Your case has fans like your power supply fan and cpu fan. Some cases will have more fans to keep the computer cool. Air flow is essential or your computer will over heat. Some people will remove the side panel on warm days but do not do this on a regular basis. Itsa better to install more fans.Fans are not expensive. You have to go to place that sells accessories online is a good place to shop for those. You may need some help from a friend if you don't know how to attach a fan on the inside of the case.Make sure there are no wires or cable rubbing against the fan or it will make a lot of noise. Plastic straps are an inexpensive way of tieing back your cables. I will save the ties that come off of computer accessories I purchase. You can use those later to tie back your cables. Some newer machines they usually have already done this for you. Its a good idea so that no wires or cables get in the way.Dust will collect inside an open case very quickly so don't leave the side panel ...
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Giveaway of the Day
2007-01-24 02:06:00
The Give away of the day is free today only. Download it while you can. This is good software everyone should have.I recommend this for you today. Untill next time have a nice day.Tim
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Google Toolbar
2007-01-23 02:18:00
There are lot of free toolbars out there. I personally recommend the google toolbar for its functionality and built in pop-up blocker. It works with IE and Firefox. It adds increased security for your browser and your computer. You don't have to add all the toolbars when one will do the job. You can download it here.I hope this information helps until next time have a nice day.Tim
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Get your own website easy
2007-01-21 16:38:00
I am sure you have heard about myspace but have you heard of Squidoo. Squidoo alllows you to build as many sites as you want for free. They call them lenses instead of sites. Whatever your interests are you can build a lens for free. You can add advertising sections that you can earn money from or give to charity the options are yours. The only thing you promote your lens differently than submitting to search engines cause Squidoo already did that. What you want to do is to promote through friends, forums, etc. There is a forum there to help you with any questions.Many say that Squidoo helps them get traffic to their main site but I am not really convined yet. I like using blogs better cause unlike Squidoo blogs to a better job of allowing you to add all types of content. Squidoo is a little limited in design options but it is a nice place to talk about your interests and add ads easily.I hope this info is useful. Until later have a nice day.Tim
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When, Why, and How should I reformat my Hard Drive?
2007-01-19 18:18:00
Sometimes we have no choice when it comes to reformatting your hard drive. Just make sure you understand that all your data will be lost unless you take the time to backup files you do not want to lose. This should only be done as a last resort.When should I reformat my hard drive? If your windows files are corrupted beyond repair or you have files missing and all your attempts to repair have failed. If you have a virus and all your attempts at removal has not worked. Another reason would be if your computer is infected with spy-ware to the point you cannot open Internet Explorer or your computer's performance has slowed considerably. Another reason would be if your computer will not finish a successful de-fragWhy should I reformat my hard drive? One of the biggest complaints I used to get when working with a clients computer was that it was so slow and it used to be a lot faster. Computers will lose performance over many months of use if it has not been de-fragged, multiple spy-wa...
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Do you blog or have a website?
2007-01-18 17:01:00
Did you know that if you blog or have your own website you could be missing an opportunity to make a few extra bucks? Yes if you use your website for business or personal use you can take the traffic you receive and place ads on your site.There are many advertisers who will pay you to host some small ads on your website. You normally have all control of where these ads are placed and in most cases you get to decide what ads are acceptable to you. Don't join a program that places ads on your site that you have no deciding factor in what is advertised.Even Google and Yahoo have a program you can apply for to place ads on your site. these ads pay you when clicked on. Its called PPC or pay-per-click. Some of the ads pay only a few pennies but others, depending on the what advertisers pay, pay you a lot more. Some ads can be very lucrative.Anyone who blogs will find it very seemless to allow advertisers to place ads on your site.Even if you know very little about placing ads its cut and...
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Are you using your computer for business?
2007-01-18 16:33:00
No matter what your using you PC for either business or home use online security is very important. If your using your PC for business keeping your virus program and security programs up to date is of the most importance. Make sure you keep windows update up to date. Most browsers already come with 128bit encryption but you should make sure yours is. If your using online processors to handle credit cards you especially need this. To check and make sure your browser is 128bit encryption click on help above navigation tool bar and than click on about Internet Explorer or Firefox whichever one your using. It should say 128bit if it doesn't go and update it immediately.Also, make sure you have the windows firewall enabled. It would also be a good idea that if your running a business on a family PC you make the investment of another PC for your business. Especially if your business handles credit cards.Your PC needs to be in a secured location and proper user names and passwords install...
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CD-ROM Tips
2007-01-18 02:13:00
What if your CD-ROM door doesn't open? Most CD-ROM's have a tiny pin hole on the front close by the door. You take a paper clip and bend it and stick it in the hole. If it opens your good to go. Sometimes the doors stick after a CD is inside they usually don't stick when empty. If you can't get the door open you have two options one take it in for servicing or replace it. CD-ROM's don't cost a lot so you could save money by just replacing it yourself.What if your CD-ROM door gets knocked a jar? This is a tricky one sometimes you can take it apart and re-align it but many times its broken and needs to be replaced. You can take it into a service center and they can try and re-align it. Doors can be knocked ajar if we leave it open and somebody bumps it. So be careful and always close the door don't leave it sitting open.What if a CD shatters inside the drive? Many times when it shatters the door can get stuck so you can try the paper clip trick. If not you may just need to take...
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Family PC?
2007-01-17 07:34:00
If you have a PC that everyone in the family uses make sure you setup individual login and passwords. It would also be a good idea to get software to monitor your children's activities online. Restrict your childs online activities. Don't take for granted your child knows what he or she is doing. They may know how to get around on a PC better than you do but you need to educate yourself so that you know as much as your child or more. Computers are not always safe to use cause a child can give out information or be subject to predators online. What would be a great learning experience for your child could turn into a nightmare. We must take responsibility for what our children do or learn on the internet. Computers are a great tool for learning, education, and fun but they can also be dangerous if used wrong. I cannot stress this enough besides the possibility of your child picking up some malicious software that can destroy all your data thay can open themselves up to be hurt by t...
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If you open the case to service it...
2007-01-17 00:13:00
If you open the case at anytime to service it or have it serviced than blow it out with a can of air at that time. Make sure your cables are not in the way when you close the case. Some tech places use air compressors to clean it out which really do a good job. If you open your case in warm weather months, to keep it cool, than make sure you blow it out more often. Dust and smoke are not good for a PC.Just a little tip.Tim
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No Power?
2007-01-16 21:41:00
Has this ever happened to you? You turn on your PC and you get an amber light and nothing else.Well, I am going to show you how to figure out if its your power supply or Motherboard.1. First step is your power supply fan running?2. If it isn't open up your case.3. There should be a button on the power supply to check it if you push it and the fan runs the cause may possibly be your motherboard.4. If you push it and the fan does not spin its your power supply that has given up the ghost replace it.5. Sometimes you can push it and it will run but nothing else it still can be the power supply is not given out enough power to power up or boot the PC. A good way to check this is to try pushing the tray on the cdrom. If it opens replace the motherboard.6. But we are talking about no power or partial power PC's (amber light on power indicator button). In these cases its most always the power supply.7. One great thing about a tech he has access to spare power supplies on his bench and he ...
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